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Frequently Asked
Questions
Please read. If you do not find something,
Contact Us.
The following are some basic questions that people often ask when they
want more information about the Alaskan Klee Kai.
If you do not find the answers to your own question here, please feel free
to contact us by e-mail AFTER you have studied this entire web site and
completed our questionnaire and returned it for our review. We appreciate
your attention and study of the Web Site. We talk to so very many people
about these dogs and must conserve as much time as possible. Many of the
questions you may be asking have probably already been asked by
someone else and answered in detail.
The answers to the questions are provided by us and also courtesy of Mrs.
Eileen Gregory who has been involved with the breed nearly two decades.
We encourage you to interview various different breeders and owners
before you make your decision as to where you wish to go for information
and possibly for an Alaskan Klee Kai of your own. Eileen Gregory was
associated with the Alaskan Klee Kai since before they were made available
to the public, and the information you find here is also from her own
personal experiences with the dogs, as well as from what owners have
asked us.
It is our hope that you will better understand the Alaskan Klee Kai breed as
a whole after carefully reading and understanding this section of the web
site - but do keep in mind that every dog is an individual and not a
duplicate of any other animal.
FAQ #1
Q. How big do these dogs get?
A. Check out the Link to BREED STANDARDS link and you will find the
heights for the three varieties. This is a rather new breed, and we do still
have some "throw-backs" that will go over sized, and those dogs are not
allowed in the Breeding Pool nor in the Show Ring. Weights are not
addressed in the Breed Standards, as an animal’s weight can fluctuate. Toys
usually weigh up to ABOUT 10 pounds. Miniatures are usually from about
10 to 15 pounds, and Standard sizes usually are fromabout 15 to 22
pounds.
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FAQ #2
Q. How do I get on your Waiting List and how much do you require for
adeposit?
A. We have both a WAITING LIST and also a GENERAL CONTACT LIST:
WAITING LIST: We receive nearly 400 new contacts per month about
this wonderful breed. It is almost a full-time job just keeping up with the
correspondence. In order to work with those who are serious about moving
forward, we developed our Waiting List and it is these folks who receive
FIRST NOTICE of new puppies. The actual Waiting List can be as few as 2
or 3 people or as many as 15 to 18. Our waiting list grows and shrinks
every few months. We can tell you that we will not produce litters just to fill
awaiting list, and there is absolutely no way that we can tell you how long
YOU will wait for your "dream" puppy. (Please do not ask us,because we will
not be pinned down to even a vague statement in that department). We
also suggest you interview other breeders.Our goal is to get the right puppy
in the right arms.
To be placed on our Waiting List you must first fill out our
Questionnaire.The second step is to send in your $200 Application Fee (this
in not a "deposit'). This fee is not refundable, but it enables you to receive
FIRST NOTICE of new litters and to choose before the announcement goes
out to our (very large) General Contact List. It is also applied to any puppy
you purchase from us in the future. Please let us know if you are interested
in being placed on the Waiting List and we will send payment options to
you.
GENERAL CONTACT LIST: We also maintain a General Contact List of
everyone who contacts us about a puppy. Since we are one of the earlier
breeders of the Alaskan Klee Kai, it is a VERY large list (about 1800 people).
Everyone on our General Contact List receives SECOND NOTICE of new
litters after those on our Waiting List have had time to decide and respond.
They also receive a free copy of the TEXT version of our book and receive
our semi-Monthly Newsletter.
DEPOSIT: When you have selected a puppy or dog, a $500 Deposit will be
required (note: if the puppy is already older than 5 weeks the total balance
will be required). If you have been on our Waiting List and previously sent
in $200, that amount will be shown as a credit on your contract (since it is
credited to any puppy you purchase from us). All contracts imply or contain
a non-refundable $500 deposit-even in those situations where the total due
is paid in one payment. Final payment date is stated on all contracts.
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FAQ #3
Q. What forms of payment(s) do you accept??
A. To get on our Waiting list we offer many payment options for the
Application Fee: US Postal Money Orders, cash or Cashier's Checks can be
sent by mail (always track your shipment/mailing). We also accept Bank
Wires (we can send instructions) or Bank Transfers (if you have an account
at either Bank Of America or our other bank - we can send instructions).
We also accept transfers through PopMoney and Zelle (these are secure and
very inexpensive). We do NOT accept PayPal. The final payment for your
puppy must be by Bank Wire, Bank Transfer or a Bank Cashier's check.
These are the only methods we will accept for final puppy payments.
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FAQ #4
Q.What sizes do you have?
A. We actually have litters with all three sizes: TOY, MINIATURE and
STANDARD.
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FAQ #5
Q. Do you have any puppies available now or soon?
A. We may or may not have puppies at this time, but the people on our
waiting list are eligible to make their choices before new people on the
waiting list would be able to choose. Obtaining an Alaskan Klee Kai is
different from most other breeds as they are so rare and most of the
breeders are so loyal and dedicated to following the Rules that have been
established by Linda S. Spurlin, Breed Developer, and accepted by the
Alaskan Klee Kai Association of America. One of the Rules is that every adult
dog will be examined and deemed to carry none of the disqualifications that
are listed in the Breed Standards, and thus can be declared Breeding
Quality. The Breeders who have faithfully followed this requirement have
helped maintain the quality of the breed, which has resulted in the breed
remaining quite rare. So,you should also determine if you can live under the
Rules of the United Kennel Club which holds the Registry for the Alaskan
Klee Kai.Hopefully the information you find here will help you make that
decision.
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FAQ #6
Q. How was this breed developed?
A. We invite you to read Linda Spurlin's message. She and her family
developed the breed and she has her story posted for your
convenience.When Eileen Gregory became aware of this breed, Linda had
already dedicated about fifteen years of her life to it. We are all very proud
of what she accomplished. No one could never have done what she did,but
we are also proud of the fact that Eileen Gregory helped by maintaining the
Book of Records on the Breed and that she has been very instrumental in
getting the breed recognized by the American Rare Breed Association, the
Federation of International Canines and the United Kennel Club. This work
took up most of Eileen Gregory's time since1987. Linda's message can be
read here ----
http://www.akkaoa.org/a-note-from-linda-spurlin
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FAQ #7
Q. Will an Alaskan Klee Kai get along with another dog or a cat?
A. Usually when that question is asked it is because you already have adog
or cat in residence. Generally speaking, with most breeds, a puppywill not
object to another occupant. Now if you were considering getting an older
AKK which is looking for a home, that would be adifferent situation and
would depend upon the individual dog and how ithad been trained with the
previous owners.
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FAQ #8
Q. How will an Alaskan Klee Kai do with my children?
A. That depends a lot on the children. If your children are hyper the AKK is
apt to be hyper too. If your children are of a calm nature, you rAKK will
probably be the same. If the children torment and mistreat your AKK, it will
learn to torment and mistreat the children. Socialization during the puppy's
first 16 weeks is very critical (especially from week 8 through 16). Dogs are
not born trained,and it is your responsibility to be consistent in your
instruction and make them into good companions, as well as teaching your
children and all the visiting children the proper way to treat and respect an
animal.
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FAQ #9
Q. What is the personality of the Alaskan Klee Kai?
A. We believe that every dog is an individual, just as every person is an
individual. The one thing that runs in the breed is a strong tendency to be
very cautious with strangers. It is critical that you take your dog everywhere
you are allowed to, and expose it to all kinds of circumstances so that it will
become a well rounded personality.Obedience classes are also a wonderful
idea. Your AKK will benefit greatly if you take it to public Obedience Classes
so that it can see that other dogs are doing this , and it can meet other
owners.SOCIALIZE, SOCIALIZE, SOCIALIZE -- and then you will be on the
road to having a dog that is only careful about strangers and not overly
cautious or fearful.
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FAQ #10
Q. Do these dogs shed?
A. Yes - they are of the Nordic Breeds. Of course, humans shed too -- just
check your hairbrush. If you have an AKK for a house dog, you will be
petting it, and you can be getting rid of the hair shed during this process of
loving. These guys are small, so you can sort of control where the hair
goes. About twice a year, and after weaning puppies, they are going to blow
their coat -- and during that time you want to comb and brush daily. During
the rest of the year once a week will probably be ample.
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FAQ #11
Q. How much do you charge for your pups?
A. Costs/Prices: All dogs are individuals and deserve to be treated as such.
We do not enjoy talking specific prices or costs until we know that you are
really serious about this being YOUR breed. So first things first -- you first
must decide if this is the BREED you really want, and not that you are just
falling in love with a pretty and unusual animal. This is a long term
commitment for you, so move slowly and carefully and make an educated
decision. The first step is to fill out one of our Questionnaires. The
second step will be to join our Waiting List (see FAQ #2).
Puppies are mostly priced between $1800 - $2400 for adoption on a
Spay/Neuter contract. Prices are considerably higher for full registration
and breeding rights. Total additional costs (including Vet Health Exam,
initial shots, de-worming and microchip) and for shipping the puppy by air
(when indicated) are approx. $495 in the USA and a few dollars more for
Canada. Adoption Agreements include an itemized breakdown; however,
prices are subject to change according to current Vet. charges, airline
charges, etc.
Anyone interested in obtaining a show quality puppy with full registration
and breeding rights must agree to complete a Breed Quality Health Exam
when the puppy is 12 months of age. We will provide the form for your
Veterinarian to fill out. Should the dog exhibit any serious faults, the new
owner agrees to immediately alter the dog.
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FAQ #12
Q. Where are you located? Can we come and visit your kennel and the
dogs in person?
A. We are located near Redding, California.
We get more requests for visits to our kennels than you can imagine. Many
of the requests are from out-of-town folks who are in California for other
reasons and want to visit us while they are here. Others live in California or
surrounding states nearby.
We do not have visits to our kennels for reasons of family privacy and
infection prevention (to our dogs/kennels).
Family Privacy: Home Security experts do not recommend that a person's
home address be made available either on the Internet or to strangers.
This is our home, so we consistently have had a no visitation policy to our
kennels for many years for the protection and privacy of our family.
Infection Prevention: We did try visitation a number of years ago;
however, we had visitors who brought disease in from the outside to our
kennels (the Corona virus) which caused significant loss, suffering and
expense. Corona is not very common; however, it caused the death of one
of our dogs and made many others quite ill requiring Veterinary assistance.
The Parvo virus alone has been found to have as many as 23 different
mutations. These diseases are transmitted by CONTACT (not airborne) and
pose risks to both new litters (which have not had their first shots yet) and
to adult dogs as well.
You cannot SEE the actual resistance to a particular disease (or titer levels)
in your dogs against a wide variety of pathogens. Unless a breeder is going
to have visitors go through "white suits, gloves, booties, etc" they always
take a risk of Parvo, coccidia, corona or another pathogen being introduced
from outsiders. Following the advice of our Veterinarian, we stopped
allowing physical visits to our kennel in 2006. We will not risk the
health/welfare of our puppies/dogs to potential disease brought in from the
outside.
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FAQ #13
Q Are they a good watchdog?
A. Most of them are excellent watch dogs -- meaning that they will alert you
when someone comes on your property --- however they are not normally
good GUARD dogs where they would attack someone. They should NOT be
made into guard dogs -- these are designed to be good companions-- lets
leave the guarding to the large breeds.
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FAQ #14
Q. Do they have specific genetic disorders or diseases that I may have to
watch for or get them tested for?
A. This is a remarkable breed where health problems are concerned, and
we think this has been accomplished through the efforts of Linda Spurlin
and the loyal breeders who have followed her for their careful dedication of
breeding only the best and neutering the rest. If you complete and return
my questionnaire you will find that the last questions is “Do you have any
more questions that have not already been answered” and this is where you
can ask me about any particular type of health issue that you are concerned
with.
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FAQ #15
Q.What is the most common eye color in the Alaskan Klee Kai?
A. The AKKs most common eye color is brown. Eyes also may be double
blue, parti (brown and blue colors mixed), or bi-eyed (one blue and one
brown eye. Eye color is not the most important characteristic that breeders
are interested in - it is only one of many. The most important
characteristics are health, temperament and adherence to breed
standards. Please realize - breeders are not breeding just for eye color.
Also please realize that eye color can change up to 3 months of age... so we
do not guarantee eye color.
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FAQ #16
Q. I would like to have a pet only. I have no interest in showing or
breeding, thus I want to spay/neuter the dog. Because I would like to
spay/neuter the dog, would you like me to still have the Health Exam done?
A. All puppies sold by RMKK are sold on a Pet/Companion basis only (unless
a special Show/Breeder Contract and terms are entered in to). This means
that puppies are required to be spayed/neutered before UKC registration
papers will be released.
Also, when you sign the UKC transfer of ownership papers and sign our
contract (buyers may not alter our contracts), one of the things you are
agreeing to is to have the Health exam completed.This exam is to tell us
how the dog developed. We need to know as much as possible about the
adult dog, as this provides us better guidance for any future matings. Yes,
you do need to have the Health Exam completed and the questions
answered by a Veterinarian, and this can be done at the time the dog is
taken to the Veterinarian to be spayed or neutered.
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FAQ #17
Q. At what age are the puppies able to be shipped?
A. We do not know of any Airlines that will accept puppies for shipment
prior to the age of 8 weeks. We also will not ship a puppy that we feel
is not mature enough or stable enough to handle the trauma of a
shipment. We will either delay shipment or deny placement of that
pup with that person unless they come and pick it up. Also, some
puppies are just too small to be shipped in the cargo hold, and we will (on
very rare occasions) require the new owner to come and pick up the puppy
in Redding or Sacramento. In addition, the small (TOY) sized AKKs like
other small or toy breeds do not store glucose well in their livers; therefore,
most Veterinarians that consult with airlines do not recommend that these
little ones be shipped until they are 10 to 12 weeks old. The majority of our
pups do very well with Cargo shipment with proper arrangements and care.
We only ship to major airports – no commuter planes for our babies. Rates
to ship outside the United States will, of course, be higher.
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FAQ #18
Q. How small (weight) are the puppies at eight weeks?
A. This varies with the pup and with what size it will be when full grown.
They are usually between 3 and 8 pounds, but this can vary.
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FAQ #19
Q. What airline(s) do you use to ship the puppies?
A. Within continental United States we prefer using American Airlines or
Alaska Airlines. We have also used United Airlines and Delta Airlines in the
past. For shipment out of country, we try to find the most suitable and safe
airlines with the best connections.
NOTE: Holiday Shipments - we no longer ship between December
20 and January 5. Although the airlines still run flights, we have
encountered too many cancellations and delays (causing missed
connections and other various issues). We will usually resume shipping on
the 6th or 7th of January. Please check with us when planning for this time
of year..
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FAQ #20
Q. If you send a dog overseas, and there is an additional expense to the
Buyer due to the exchange rate or shipping internationally... how do you
compensate for that? What is the non-US person responsible for?
A. We do not compensate for rates of exchange or International Shipping.
The Buyer is responsible for all charges incurred. The adoption price for
which we offer our dogs is stated in U.S. funds. If it costs the Buyer more
(or less) because of exchange rate, then they should consider this in
making their decision. Also, if a buyer lives in a foreign country, it will be
the buyer's responsibility to research all the various laws that apply for
shipment from the US to their country. Canada is fairly straightforward.
Other countries can become quite complicated. The Buyer should become
familiar with their country's import processes on their end including
Canadian (or their other country's) import paperwork and any import duties
for that particular Canadian (or other country's) Customs office. It is always
the Buyers responsibility to pay for ALL shipping related expenses (including
the services of a shipping agent - if necessary).
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FAQ #21
Q.I have written to different Breeders about their dogs and some have not
answered and some take a long time to answer. I will be pleased if you
answer right away as I am excited. It seems to me that a Breeder would be
eager to talk to someone who is interested in their breed, why do people
take so long to respond?
A. The Alaskan Klee Kai is a very rare breed, and to our knowledge there
has been no urgent need for any Breeder to try to find someone to adopt
their puppies. Our web site generates considerable traffic, and yet it is here
just for education -- not to make sales. If someone contacts us through a
web site and ends up being the person we want to place one of our little
ones with, that is great -- then the Web site has done double duty with
education and placement. It takes time and effort to answer the hundreds
of questions that arrive each month, and all of the AKK Breeders just don't
have that kind of time, or choose not to spend all their time answering
questions from people who are just curious. That is the reason Rocky
Mountain Klee Kai and most Breeders have resorted to publishing all this
information. (We have even written a book on the breed). Our hope is that
after you read everything on the Web that you can find most of your
questions will be answered. AFTER you have completed our personal
questionnaire and we have determined you could possibly be a
good owner for one of our babies, then you are welcome to send
your personal questions that have not already been answered. We
do request that you do not take up our limited time unless you feel you are
really serious about this breed. Obviously, we write in detail, and it does
take time to answer everyone's questions, but we willingly do that if you are
really interested and serious. If you send us an e-mail and we do not
answer within 5 days, please do send it again. We talk to so very many
people that sometimes an e-mail unintentionally gets lost in the shuffle.
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FAQ #22
Q. Huskies are known for being diggers who are capable of digging up
gardens. Does the Alaskan Klee Kai maintain that tradition?
A. Every Alaskan Klee Kai is an individual. We have some that dig and some
that do not. There have had very few complaints from owners who say the
AKK destroyed their lawn, but other owners have written in that their AKK
loves to dig. We, personally, have never had any of my AKK dig for the
purpose of escaping.
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FAQ #23
Q. Is the AKK suitable for apartment living?
A. Yes, provided they also have sufficient time out in the sunlight and and
for exercise. A good rule is to provide about 20 to 40 minutes of exercise
for your dogs per day. Getting them out in the sunlight while they exercise
is very beneficial - just as necessary to dogs as to humans.
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FAQ #24
Q. How trainable are they (relative to a other breeds)?
A. Training your AKKA. Any dog is trainable only if their master is smarter
than they are. Of course breeds do have different instincts -- example - the
retriever wanting to always bring something back to you. The AKK is more
apt to run out and pick up what you threw and then tempt you with it while
just staying out of your reach, so the retrieving would have to be taught
tothem. One problem that has been observed in training the AKK is the
problem of keeping eye contact. They are so curious about everything that
is going on around them, that they don't feel they need to watch you like is
desirable in the show ring. That takes training.
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FAQ #25
Q. What about Health Refunds?
A. Our health refund policy is clearly stated on the contract you receive.
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FAQ #26
Q. What about other Refunds?
A.Occasionally a refund may apply if a person pays for a puppy and then
prior to delivery changes their mind, or if something else occurs to prevent
the adoption of the puppy, or if prepayment has occurred with special
circumstances. These situations rarely occur.
If any of these situations occurs due to a change of mind, choice or decision
by the buyer, or a failure to perform (pay final payment) by a contract due
date... a $500 deposit will be forfeited and there is a $200 processing fee
for all the dozens of man-hours, pictures and other services delivered up to
the time the refund is requested. Other specific expenses incurred by us
may also be deducted from the refund. Any balance remaining will be
refunded within 90 days.
If this situation occurs due to special working arrangements and/or other
considerations which has involved payments or prepayments, $500 will be
forfeited and there is a $200 processing fee for all the dozens of man-hours,
pictures and other services delivered up to the time the refund is requested.
Other specific expenses incurred by us may also be deducted from the
refund. Any balance remaining will be refunded within 90 days.
If this situation occurs due to other circumstances (such as over-payment,
loss of a puppy, etc.), a full refund may be indicated. A refund wlll be made
within 90 days.
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FAQ #27
Q. What is the life expectancy of an Alaskan Klee Kai?
A. That is a question that we cannot answer with absolute accuracy
because the breed is so new. There are a number of AKK owners who are
now reporting AKKs that are living well into their teens. We know that
many of the foundation breeds that went into the AKK live to be 15 years
old and older. We also breed and show Siberian Huskies and have had dogs
live to 15 years and beyond. Veterinarians say that Dogs this size usually
live longer than very tiny dogs and longerthan massive dogs.
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FAQ #28
Q. I have searched everywhere and I am not able to find much information
about these dogs. Why is that?
A. Until recently, most of the Breeders felt it was best not to put out too
much information for fear the dogs would get too popular before they were
really firmly established. This is still a very young breed,and one or two
unscrupulous Breeders could do a lot of harm, so most owners/breeders are
very particular to follow the guidelines as established by Linda Spurlin and
the Association.
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FAQ #29
Q. Why don't you put your Sale Contracts on your Web site so that theycan
be printed off so people won't have to talk to you through e-mails or on the
phone. Other people do this.
A. It is not our desire to use our Web site as a place to market puppies. Our
Web site is designed to offer you information, and to give you a place to
find out more information. In fact, when you first writeto us, we do not
send you a Sale Contract. The first thing we do is send you are the
requirements of owning an AKK. If you don't agree with those policies, then
you don't have a need for our contracts. If you do agree to those policies,
then you must complete and return our questionnaire so we will know if we
want to consider you as an owner of one of our babies or not. After we
considered you approvable, upon request we will send you a sample of one
of our sales contracts so you can better determine if we are the kind of
people that you would want to work with.
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FAQ #30
Q. Can you tell me if any of the AKK are going to be going to any dog
shows in my area?
A. We do not have this information. We suggest you check with United
Kennel Club at 616-343-9020, ask for Field Operations, and then askthem
how you can find out when shows are being held in your area. Itmay be
that there would be a schedule listed on their web site at
http://www.ukcdogs.com
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FAQ #31
Q. The breed standard doesn’t say much about temperament --- how
wouldyou describe the temperament of the Alaskan Klee
Kai?
A. Breed Standards don’t usually adequately describe temperament on
breeds. We commend you for being concerned about temperament – too
many people are just concerned with appearance and prestige. The Alaskan
Klee Kai generally is rather cautious with strangers. It is very important that
they are socialized heavily as puppies and through adulthood. If you keep
the puppy at home, it will be fine with yourfamily, but when someone
comes to visit it will be more apt to turnshy.
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FAQ #32
Q. How does this breed do in cold weather and in hot weather?
A. The Alaskan Klee Kai can be an outside dog or an inside dog. We
havedoggy doors so they can make their own choices, and mine usually
would rather be on my lap than anyplace else. They do well in the cold or in
the heat, but they must have shelter from the weather. We prefer our dogs
to be house dogs -- they make better companions when they are part of the
family than when they are left outside and forgotten about for hours on
end. The breed was developed in Alaska, so you know they do well in cold
weather.
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FAQ #33
Q. Do they bite – some small dogs have these traits.
A. We have occasionally witnessed a few AKKs that tend to be heel nippers.
It is rare but can occur. We tend to see this occasionally in Toy size AKKs.
The Miniatures and Standards sizes do not seem to have as much of that
tendency as the Toy size does. Usually the heel nipping is at strangers who
have come into your home, bent down over your dog, and the dog had to
stand there and be uneasy at having this big stranger patting them on the
top of the head (which probably makes them feel smaller yet). Then when
the stranger turns and starts to walk away, the dog hits the heel with its
nose or sometimes even with its teeth. If your little one has that tendency,
we recommend putting it in his crate in a different room when the stranger
first comes into the home -- then they get used to the fact that it is okay for
that person to be there, and are better behaved when you let them join the
company.
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FAQ #34
Q. I would like to get an Alaskan Klee Kai, but I am worried about how to
introduce it to my present dogs.
A. We always recommend that your current dogs meet the new one on
neutral territory, like in a school play ground or a park. Then when you take
them home, they already know each other. It is important thatyou don’t let
your present dogs come into the house to find the new oneeating out of
their dish or sleeping in their bed.
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FAQ #35
Q. I would like to get an Alaskan Klee Kai, but I will be out of the country
(or otherwise not able to pick up the puppy) until he/she is several months
old.
A.On rare occasions, we will board puppies under contract past 12 weeks of
age while the new owner is moving or otherwise getting their home ready
to receive their new puppy. However, there is a $7/day boarding and
socialization charge that applies to any situation wherethe buyer cannot
receive their puppy prior to 12 weeks of age.
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FAQ #36
Q. I think I would give a good home to one of these puppies, they would be
loved & taken care of. I buy the best food and treats available and give my
animals lots of attention. I don’t have kids, so I have lots of time and love
to give.
A. And the AKK have lots of love to give in return. These dogs do not
automatically demand a lot of attention, all they want is to be made part of
your family. They want rules to abide by, so they will not be yelled at for
doing what comes naturally. If they understand what the yare allowed to
do, they are much more comfortable and at ease, so it is important that
they are taken to class to learn right from wrong, andthen you can freely
shower them with your attention, without spoilingthem. In other words,
they need the love and attention, but also needto obey the rules of the
household.
Rocky Mountain Klee Kai
FAQ Contents
1.
How Big?
2.
Waiting List
3.
Payment
4.
Different Sizes
5.
Available Puppies
6.
History of Breed
7.
Other Dogs/Cats?
8.
Children
9.
Personality
10.
Shedding
11.
Puppy Prices
12.
Location
13.
Watch Dogs?
14.
Genetics
15.
Eye Color
16.
Spay/Neuter
17.
Age for Shipping
18.
8 Week Weight
19.
Airlines
20.
International
21.
Communication
22.
Digging
23.
Apartments
24.
Training
25.
Health Refunds
26.
Other Refunds
27.
Life Expectancy
28.
Other Breeders
29.
Docs and Policies
30.
UKC Dog Shows
31.
Temperament
32.
Cold Weather
33.
Do they Bite?
34.
Other Dogs at
Home
35. Boarding Puppies
prior to Pick-up
36. Loving your Dog